Patoli Steamed Coconut Dumplings Recipes

PATOLI (STEAMED COCONUT DUMPLINGS)

Steps:

• Sieve the flour and salt into a bowl.
• Mix well.
• Carefully add the water, a little at a time, stirring and mixing all the while to make a thick pancake like batter.
• The mixture should spread easily but not have a runny consistency.
• Set aside for 15 minutes approximately.
• Combine all the ingredients for the stuffing and divide it into 8-10 portions.
• You will now require aluminium foil cut into rectangles (approximately 4X6").
• Smear a little ghee on each piece of foil.
• Evenly spread 2 tbsps.
• of batter in the center leaving a good margin all round.
• Carefully add 1 portion of stuffing over it and fold the foil over.
• Fold the edges to make a neat rectangular parcel.
• Repeat the process with the rest of the batter and stuffing.
• Steam the parcels in a steamer for 15-20 minutes till firm to the touch.
• Open the parcels just before serving.
• Serve hot or cold with ghee.